Phillip LaFargue

Phillip LaFargue II is the Founder and CEO of LaFargue, a position held since August 2020, focusing on partnerships with notable individuals and organizations. As a Founding Partner and Brand Manager at Valcour Records, a GRAMMY-winning independent record label established in January 2006, Phillip plays a crucial role in business strategy and communications within the music industry. Previously, Phillip served as Vice President at Emergent Method from March 2014 to July 2020, collaborating with diverse clients to address systemic challenges in management consulting. A Senior Vice President of Marketing at the Baton Rouge Area Chamber from March 2013 to March 2014, Phillip contributed to significant economic development initiatives. Prior experience includes Director of Communications at the Center for Planning Excellence (June 2009 - March 2013), Senior Design Associate at Matter, LLC (January 2006 - June 2009), and Design Researcher at Steelcase Inc. (May 2005 - August 2005). Phillip holds a Master of Design in Human-Centered Communication Design from the Institute of Design and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Louisiana State University.